La Trattoria di Nonna
Italian · New York
Nonna's Kitchen, New York's Heart
About
La Trattoria di Nonna is a love letter to the Italian grandmother's kitchen, brought to life in the bustling streets of New York City. For over fifteen years, this cherished trattoria has been serving soul-warming dishes that honor the timeless recipes of Southern Italy, passed down through generations of the Moretti family.
Every dish begins with the finest ingredients — hand-stretched mozzarella, San Marzano tomatoes, and pasta made fresh each morning in the open kitchen. The menu reads like a journey through the Italian countryside, from the rolling hills of Tuscany to the sun-kissed shores of the Amalfi Coast. Each plate is crafted with the care and generosity that only a nonna's kitchen can provide.
The restaurant's warm, rustic interior features exposed brick walls, candlelit tables, and the comforting aroma of simmering ragù. It is a place where strangers become friends over shared plates of handmade pappardelle, and where every meal ends with a complimentary biscotti and espresso, just as Nonna would insist.
Featured Dishes
Full Menu →Bruschetta Classica
$14Grilled sourdough with vine-ripened tomatoes, fresh basil, and aged balsamic
Burrata Caprese
$18Creamy burrata with heirloom tomatoes, basil oil, and sea salt
Pappardelle al Ragù
$24Hand-cut ribbon pasta with slow-braised beef and pork ragù
Cacio e Pepe
$20Tonnarelli pasta with Pecorino Romano and cracked black pepper
Hours
View Details →| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 11:30 – 22:00 |
| Wednesday | 11:30 – 22:00 |
| Thursday | 11:30 – 22:00 |
| Friday | 11:30 – 23:00 |
| Saturday | 12:00 – 23:00 |
| Sunday | 12:00 – 21:00 |
What People Say
All Reviews →"The closest thing to eating in Italy without leaving New York. The pappardelle is perfection."
"A hidden gem. Warm service, incredible pasta, and the tiramisu is the best I've ever had."
"Felt like Sunday dinner at an Italian grandmother's house. Absolutely wonderful."